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March, 2007 Travis Kuster –Student Editor
Steve Chandler—Editor
Richard Schicker—Web Editor
http://www.potosisd.k12.wi.us/CAST/castindx.htm

THE COMMUNITY, THE SCHOOL, AND YOU
I have now been a part of the Potosi community for over 17 years. I have had 2 children
attend school here from 1 st grade/K through graduation, grow up here, and develop
friends in the area. In that time I have been involved in scouting, Lions Club, and
supported other area interests.
Over that time I have seen the community come together to work with the DNR, Corps of
engineers, etc. to plan a recreational update called the "Point Project" (which is still a
project in waiting) and the massive undertaking of special people to bring the Brewery
Project to a successful beginning (It is happening). Sadly I, and you, have watched a
clinic come & go (For some come, go, come & go!) and have seen the grocery store close
(Thanks to the Brunners/Kittoes for serving the community for as long as they could!).
This is not to mention many other enterprises that have started and ended. I can think of
antique shops, gift shops, flower shops, restaurants, and similar enterprises that have
attempted to survive. I can also think of some that have started and continue such as
Main Street Fine Art and Frame, The Quilt Shop, Main Street Pizza, and others. And
now the "Holiday Gardens" will open later this year to complement the Brewery Project.
The 2 by 2 animal campus is projected to be a future draw to this community. We also
have the rental cabins to provide lodging. Maybe other lodging options will also develop.
OK, where am I going with this? Whether it is the school or a business, we depend upon
the community for our survival. AND the community depends upon businesses and
schools for its survival. So long as we support the businesses in town, they will survive.
When we do not, they may be lost. It is our choice. The same is true for the school.
With a strong and well-supported school, people will come to live in our community,
increasing our tax base, and increasing the resources of the community. The stronger the
community is and the stronger the school is… Then the higher the tax base can be, which
can lead to lower taxes even with adequate school funding. IT IS OUR CHOICE to
maintain businesses in town, to make our community strong, and to strengthen our
schools.
THIS ALL GOES HAND-IN-HAND! AS THE SAYING GOES,
"BUILD IT & THEY WILL COME!"
Dr. Steve Lozeau, District Administrator

Bethany Glasson received an Honorable Mention Award and
$100 for her essay with the Annual Wisconsin Labor history
Essay Contest. The contest is affiliated with the State Historical
Society of Wisconsin. Only eight students throughout the state
of Wisconsin were selected as winners. Awards were furnished
by dozens of labor unions and others in Wisconsin. As a
recipient of an award, Bethany has been invited to attend the
26th Annual Conference of the Wisconsin Labor History Society.

News From the Elementary Office
On Thursday, March 22nd a Pops Concert will be held at 7:30 in the high school
gym.
Come One, Come All, to the 4 yr. old Open House/Registration which will be held
from 3:30-5:00 on Tuesday, March 27th and on Thursday, March 27th. This will
be held in the ECH Room in the Elementary School. We hope to see you there.
It's an Easter Egg Hunt. It will be held on Saturday, March 31st, at Hickory Hill
Park. In case of bad weather it will be held in the Potosi High School Gym. It is
sponsored by the Potosi Lions Club.
No School, No School. There won't be any school on Friday, April 6th and
Monday, April 9th for Easter break.
School will be dismissed at 12:15 on Thursday, April 12th so that Parent/Teacher
Conferences can be held from 1:15 to 7:45 that day.
JUST A HEADS UP TO PARENTS OF STUDENTS IN 4K THROUGH GRADE
5 THAT THE SCHOOL PICNIC WILL BE HELD ON Wednesday, June 6TH.
More details will follow later.
Knock Knock Jokes…
Knock knock.
Who’s there?
Boyd.
Boyd who?
Boyd, did I make a mistake on the test!
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Knock Knock.
Who’s there?
Summer
Summer who?
Summ’er my best friends go to Potosi Elementary School

Four-Year-Old Kindergarten
Open House and Registration
for
Parents and Children
There will be two opportunities to visit the Potosi School District’s fouryear-old
kindergarten classroom. Please choose a date and time that works
best for your family.
Tuesday, March 27, 2007
3:30 – 5:00 PM
or
Thursday, March 29, 2007
6:30 – 8:00 PM
The 4K classroom will be open for you and your child to visit. Mrs. Davis, the
4K teacher, will be there to show you the room and answer questions that
you may have about the 4K program.
The school will also collect the enclosed information sheet and verify your
child’s birth date by viewing his/her birth certificate or other form of
identification. The school will collect immunization records if they are
available.
If you know of any other families that may not have received an invitation to
the 4K Open House, and have a child that will be four-years-old before
September 1, 2007, please ask them to contact Sandy in the elementary
office. The phone number is 763-2163.

Pictured: Tiffany Weis and Lions President Joe O'Connell
Lions Club Supports
Badger Girls State
Potosi-Tennyson Lions Club welcomed PHS senior Tiffany Weis to speak at the February meeting.
Tiffany spoke of her experiences at Badger Girls State and at the National Leadership Seminar held in
Washington D.C.
The Potosi Lions club is preparing for two events: The annual Potosi Easter Egg Hunt will be held on
Saturday, March 31 at 1:00 P.M. at Hickory Hill Park. In case of rain, it will be held at the Potosi High
School.On April 14th the club will celebrate its 20th anniversary with an anniversary banquet St.
Andrew-Thomas School.
The Potosi Forensics team competed at the District meet at UWP on March 17.
Advancing to state were: Nicole Cray/Prose reading; Lindsey Hauge and Tiffany
Weis/Play Acting.
State will be held on the UW-Madison campus on April 13th at 5:30 for Potosi

Odds and Ends
Did you know you could find information regarding the upcoming events for the Potosi
School District on our home page?
To get to the Potosi Home page, use the following address >www.potosisd.k12.wi.us< and click
on the schedule of events. This will show you the events for current month. From here you can
use the "V" to back/forward months or double "VV" to back/forward the year. This is updated on
a regular basis.
I-Safe – Through out this school year I have been highlighting articles on Internet Safety in
CAST. After attending a workshop and listening to the many Internet dangers that exist for our
young students, I feel that this is important. At Potosi School we use multiple filters and a
firewall to buffer against unwanted or inappropriate information. I encourage you to check out
the I-Safe web site at >www.isafe.org< and click on quick links for additional information for
your student’s protection.
Speaking of Sports – Congratulations to all the athletic teams of Potosi. Most recently, the Co-
Conference Championship of our girl’s basketball team and coach of the year – Darby Blakley. It
is terrific to see such great parental/community support for all of our teams. We are currently
enjoying the rewards of this support. I also appreciate the fan sportsmanship that has been
exhibited, especially at girl’s regional final – makes me proud to be in the stands. Good luck to
the softball and baseball teams on their upcoming season – see you at the game.
Connecting with Kids – Remember as a kid, that favorite teacher that made the “connection”
with you? Chances are everyone has and owes much to that teacher. I have the pleasure of seeing
teachers connect with kids on a daily basis – in and out of the classroom. Recently – our 5 th
graders performed a play on the civil rights segregation bus incident - “Rosa Parks”. What a
terrific learning experience outside the textbook – tell them and they forget, involve them and
they remember.
Breakfast Week – It was great meeting many of you, and having you for breakfast, I am certain
you will agree that Mrs. Elmer and the kitchen staff provides and excellent school food program -
thanks again for coming.
Thank you,
Terry Mengel – Potosi Principal and Proud to be a Chieftain
The Sports Booster Club is in desperate need of 2 good used
refrigerators for the inside and outside concessions stands.
Also----Please support the Sports Booster Club by becoming a member. If
you would like to join please contact Mr. Siegert or one of the
officers; Mike Kittoe at 763-2044, Cindy Leibfried at 763-2339 and Lynne
Brant at 763-2515. Membership is $10.00 per school year. Thanks.

March 15, 2007
Dear Parents and Guardians,
It’s just about time for this year’s Upper Mississippi River Festival! This year’s festival will be held at
Effigy Mounds National Monument, Marquette, Iowa. The overall theme of the festival is “Celebrating a
River of Life” and will feature stations pertinent to both aquatic resources and bluffland resources. The trip
is planned for Tuesday, May 15 th – rain or shine! The 7 th grade group will be meeting in the Biology
room Tuesday morning and we anticipate a prompt departure from school at 8:00 a.m. The festival will
conclude at 1:30 p.m. and we anticipate a timely return to school. The students will be home in plenty of
time to catch the bus – hopefully, if all goes well, they may even get to see a little of 8 th period!
I have been informed that regardless of weather conditions (notwithstanding tornado warnings/watches),
the festival will proceed as planned. Thus, please make sure that students bring rain gear and/or other
clothing appropriate for the weather on Tuesday. Warm clothing is encouraged, as it is almost always
cooler near the river! Better safe than sorry – as extra clothing can always be left on the bus. In addition,
each student is asked to bring a sack lunch and drink with h im or her. There will be no food available on
site. Coolers will be provided for the lunches/drinks. Lastly, bug spray is suggested, as students will be in
or near a woodland setting for a good percentage of the day, to include a two-mile hike.
As I want to ensure that all parents are aware of our schedule and of the need for a sack lunch and drink,
I would greatly appreciate your signing this form below and returning it with your child as early as
possible. If you should have any further questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact me at 763-
2161 or at hutchcrt@potosisd.k12.wi.us.
Sincerely,
Tara Hutchcroft
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X___________________________________________ Date ___________________
(Parent/Guardian Signature)
Upper Mississippi River Festival
Tuesday, May 15 th , 2007
Location: Effigy Mounds National Monument, Marquette, Iowa

MIDDLE SCHOOL
SHARON BIERMAN
The Potosi Middle School students would like to thank the Jaycees for sponsoring a dance on
Friday, March 9 nd . Everyone had a great time.
Wednesday, March 14, several guests were welcomed to our school for middle school day. We
want to thank everyone for taking time out of their busy schedules to provide us with such an
educational and entertaining day.
?? The day began with a presentation by Robin McFarland of “That’s My Dog” of Hazel
Green. Ms. McFarland demonstrated training techniques that she uses in her business of
training dogs.
?? Scott Ringgenberg and three UW-P students offered the low ropes course, which
emphasizes confidence-building skills.
?? Wendy Eames from Family & Community Services, Dodgeville, WI, presented on
relationships, friendships, and healthy choices.
?? Brian Wellington, his daughter, and Tricia Droessler instructed students on karate and
self-defense.
?? Pam Connolly of UW-P taught yoga and line dancing.
?? Tracy Ackerman of Grant Regional Health presented healthy eating, portion sizes and the
importance of healthy choices.
?? Fred White of Grant Regional Health presented a section on CPR.
Students are to be commended on their attentiveness and good behavior.
.
?? The 3 rd quarter ends on Thursday, March 29 th .
Outdoor Ed is just around the corner for our 6 th graders.
That’s My Dog! trainers with Bret McMahon and Taylor Cashman

This message brought to you by Mrs. Alexander’s 3 rd Grade Class!

School Store
Mrs. Murray’s 6th grade classes is once again running a school store as part
of their math curriculum to learn aspects of running a business. The profits
continue to be used to sponsor a Gerald, a less fortunate boy from the
Philippines and also for supplies and needs for the classroom to benefit
students. The 6th graders did a wonderful job with their first two stores
already this year and are excited about continuing their business throughout
the rest of the year. There are many school supply items, fun items, and
nutritious snacks available at the store. The sixth grade would like to thank
everyone for participating in the store to make it a success. We are having
lots of fun!

National Honor Society’s 6 Rivers Quiz Bowl
(Left-Right) Cari Ehlen (PHS judge), Mr. Richard Schicker announcer,
Lindsay Fecht, (PHS judge)
Guidance News
Bernadine Schaefer
Potosi’s team Tiffany Weis, Dani Scholbrock, Jon Reynolds, Ashley
Blindert, seated: LeAnn Imhoff
All of the seniors have all received a packet containing the local scholarships.
The scholarships are due April 12 th . Parents of seniors remember to ask if there
are scholarships available through your work for children of employees. Also
check with any other organizations you belong to.
We had a wonderful turnout for Freshmen Orientation. The freshmen registration
forms are due in the high school office March 22.
Mr. Bull and Mrs. Schaefer are currently working on lining up people to speak at
the high school career day, Friday, April 20. If you are interested in speaking or
would like to suggest a speaker please give either of us a call at 763-2161.
The 8 th graders have been working on a career unit in Personal Development.
After using the WISCareers and CareerCruising programs, they wrote a paper
and delivered a power point presentation on a career.
The 6 th graders are presenting their career papers. Using the WISCareers
program they were able to complete interest assessments that gave them a list of
careers matching their personal interest profile. With this information they were
able to further explore suggested careers and the career pathways.

Summer Playgrounds
Where: Hickory Hill Park in Potosi
When: Fridays, 9:30AM -11:00AM
Dates: June 15, 22, 29
July 13, 20, 27
August 3, 10
We are excited to announce that The Family Center is
sponsoring a playgroup in Potosi. We will play in the park,
listen to a book, sing some songs, socialize with friends and
have a snack. A parent or adult must accompany your child.
This is a great opportunity to let your little ones run, jump,
climb and play.
Please call 1-800-736-8612 for any questions.
The web site is www.familycentergrantcounty.org
(Listen to 97.7 WGLR for canceled dates due to the weather.)
Potosi Tennyson Lions Club
Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, March 31
1:00 P.M.
Hickory Hills Park (rain location at Potosi Public School
Children Pre-K thru 2 nd grade welcome!

Thank you to the following students and community members who have
turned in Swiss Vally Milk Caps, Cambells Labels, Pop Tabs, Moola Milk Caps
and Bags, Kemps Milk tabs, Tyson Project A+ labels
We will be collecting throughout the year.
Brad Abing
Max Allbee
Alexis Ames
Amber Ames
Austin Ames
Christian Bauer
Nelson Bauer
Trenton Bauer
Tatiana Blindert
Paige Brinkman
Abigail Burds
Lucas Dressler
Ryann Dressler
Taylor Doser
Nicholas Edge
Kyi Ehlen
Jodi Fecht
Griffin Forman
Lexee Forman
Keegan Gerhards
Dana Gerhards
Jonathon
Gerhards
Sebastian
Gerhards
Katie Groom
Katie Hinderman
Alysha Jacobson
Liza Johnson
Will Johnson
Abby Kaiser
Kyle Kaiser
Thomas Kennedy
Jessica Klas
Karlie Klas
Danny Kliebenstein
Steven Kliebenstein
Jacy Koeller
Jordan Koeller
Trae Kuenster
Shawna Lange
Emily Langmeier
Jamie Langmeier
Tiffany Langmeier
Emily Lynn
Cassidy Muench
Kevin Neuhaus
Kate Nusbaum
Scott Oyen
Sydney Pennekamp
Sabrina Phillips
Mary Kay Alexander
Sharon Bierman
Jack /Helen Cardey
Jerry/Tammy Downs
Bernie Emler
Missy Emler
Rink / Betty Emler
Ruth Kerkenbush
Carol Kirkpatrick
Ruth Lefeber
Barbara Shelstrom
John /Paula Erickson
Shelly Bierman Fecht
Sandy Gerhards
Russ and Betty Jones
Jan Morgan
Joanne Neuendorf
Betty Pluemer
Faith Steiner
Stacey Bierman
Wagner
Arleen Walter
Jane Walter
Kaitlyn Pitzen
Christina Reising
Alex Reynolds
Lily Reynolds
Kurt Ringberg-
Cardey
Kyle Roesch
Cody Saylor
Cameron Schaefer
Nathaniel Schmitt
Anna Schmitz
Austin Schmitz
Logan Schmitz
Maggie Schmitz
Ryan Schmitz
Jake Schroeder
Konner Schroeder
Michael Shaben
Allie Siegert
Gunner Stappert
Kerrigan Stappert
Taryn Stappert
Nicole Steiber
Lily Stepflug
Amy Traver
Allison Trost
Trevor Trost
Jase Udelhofen
Logan Udelhofen
Hannah Udelhoven
Shakyla Udelhoven
Tyler Udelhoven
Emmelyn Wagner
Clark Walsh
Brendan Weber
Caden Weber
Alyssa White
Kaitlyn White
Spencer Wildman
Nicole Ames
Jessica Ames
Derek Bartels
Amy Breitsprecker
Sharon Adkins
Karen Majerus
Joci Grinde
Caroline Grinde
Sally Radsek
Brandon Bierman
Will Bierman
Dan Breitsprecker
Eric Breitsprecker
Andrew Chapman
Katie Droessler
Abriana Errthum
Andraya Errthum
Thomas Keene
Jarika Kruser
Madelyn Kruser
Don Sondergerath
Grace Morgan
Jason Gyen
Alex Pennekamp
Jake Stoney
Lane Stoney
Corey Udelhofen
Abby Wagner
Destinee Flesch
Bryce McMahon
Katie Mish
THANKS!!

Notes from the Band Room – March 2007.
Hi everyone!
There is lots of activity this time of year in the band room. We’re getting our last rehearsals in for the “Pops”
Concert, March 22 nd, 7:30 p.m. and many of the high school students are also putting the final touches on their solos
or ensembles for Solo/Ensemble Festival on March 31, in Highland. Several high school instrumentalists prepared
audition tapes and were selected to perform in the Six Rivers West District Honors Band on March 13. Those students
are pictured below:
Jon Reynolds, trumpet; Jennifer Bartels, alto saxophone; Alison Tobin, flute;
Emily Lynn, trumpet; Meagan Lord, Clarinet; Leann Imhoff, flute; and Reba Keene, clarinet.
They had two long days of rehearsals and then the performance with other student musicians from around the
league. It was quite an enriching musical experience for them to be able to play with a full group and also to learn from
another conductor. On April 12, a group of our high school band students will be performing at the Scenic Rivers
Annual Meeting in Lancaster. If you are a member of this organization and plan to attend the meeting, please stop by
and say hello. This is the same day as Parent/Teacher conferences, so I will be only available to see parents before
5:00 that day. If you would like to meet with me at another time, please feel free to call me and we’ll set up a
convenient meeting time.
Many of the high school music students are planning to travel to New York City this summer with the music
booster sponsored group. In preparation for that experience, the students have been actively fundraising. These
fundraisers have included a pasty sale, a walking taco sale, and running the middle school concession stand. We
thank all of you who have given your support for any of these activities! We truly appreciate a community that
encourages and supports all of the varied interests of our students. The trip dates are June 17 to June 22.
The Fifth Grade Band members will be performing in their very first band concert on March 22 nd. In February we
had an introductory recital where they performed for parents and friends. We had a very nice turnout that night in
support of the students and we thank you for attending our recital. They have been working hard and although we
don’t meet as often as I might like, they are making good progress on their individual instruments and I am quite proud
of each of them. Thanks very much to all of the parents for their encouragement of their student’s practice time and
participation in instrumental music.
Amber Ames, Alto Saxophone; Maggie Williams,
Alto Saxophone; Abrianana Erthum, Alto
Saxophone; Mitchell Kuster, Trumpet; Abby
Wagner, Flute; Kerrigan Stappert, Clarinet; Paige
Brinkman, Clarinet; and Jill Fritz, Clarinet. (
Kelly Bode, Flute was unavailable for the picture

Please mark your calendars for the upcoming music events:
March 31 – High School Solo/Ensemble Festival at Highland
April 20, 21, 22 - “Bye Bye Birdie” Musical performances at Potosi HS
April 25 - Large Group Festival at Argyle
April 28 - State Solo/Ensemble Festival at UWPlatteville
May 17 – Spring Awards Concert 7:30 p.m.
Please visit the band website for other information and events. Have a great spring!
Musically yours, Lori Busch
On February 17, several members of the Middle School Band were participants in the Middle School Solo/Ensemble
Festival at Benton. All Potosi Middle School entrants are pictured below:
Back Row: Ryan Kuster, Andrew Sedgwick, Katie Groom, Nicole Kuster, Hannah Scholbrock, Katie Mish, Amber
Bender, Dana Gerhards, Tiffany Langmeier. 2 nd row: Rachel Bode, Ariel Steiner, Justina Kruser, Shawna Lange,
Alyssa Hinderman, Becki Leibfried, Abby Lord, Rachel Reuter. 1 st row: Liz White, Tom Keene, Kristi Bartels,
Rylie Bausch, Torrie Ames, Journee Hutchcroft, Katie Muench and Bethany Roesch.
Opera for the Young

Making Music!
Pictured L-R: Kaitlin Udelhoven, Felicia Stelflug, and Dan Breitsbrecker
UWP Singing Pioneers Perform
The music boosters and
music students held a
pasty fundraiser to
raise money for a trip
to New York City.
The group made
pasties on
Thursday/Friday Feb
21/22 and delivered the
orders. Thanks to all
who supported the
music students.
Music Directors Ellen
Martin (choir) and Lori
Busch (band)
The UW-P Singing Pioneers Men's choir recently visited Potosi Public Schools to perform a choral program for the district.
Pictured are Ellen Martin, choir director; Michael Steiner, Potosi member of the Singing Pioneers; Dr. Robert Demaree,
UWP director; and Terry Mengel, Potosi School principal.

If you are interested in Dinner Theater tickets for the Saturday,
April 21st performance of Bye-Bye Birdie, please stop in the High
School office. Tickets must be paid by April 13, 2007 for the
meal, which includes a reserved ticket to the musical.
Bye Bye Birdie Cast
Solo-Ensemble Participants

Auditorium Fund Project
Last summer a letter was sent to Potosi Alumni informing them about an auditorium
project to improve the current facilities in the Potosi School District. We have currently
received over $21,000.00 in donations from supportive people such as you. Thank you to
all that have already donated. Donations are tax deductible and those that have already
donated should have received a statement from the Potosi School District for your tax
purposes. We are looking to you, community members of the Potosi School District, for
help.
We are also continuing to work on updating the alumni directory. Please fill out the form
at the bottom of this letter and return it to the Potosi School District, attention Deb
Bisbach. Students have been working on a cookbook to help raise money for the
auditorium fund. The book is scheduled to be completed this fall. If you would be
interested in obtaining a cookbook or would like more information about it when it is
complete, you can check the box on the form and we will contact you upon its
completion. If you would like to donate to the auditorium project, please fill out the form
below and note the amount you are donating in the space provided.
Imagine the Possibilities!
Every contribution will help make the possibility of an
auditorium a reality. You will be recognized
individually and by your graduating class’s contribution.
$ _________ Donation Amount
_________ I would like to know more about
the Potosi Cookbook
Last Name______________________________ First Name_______________________
Spouse’s Name ___________________ Maiden Name _________________
Address_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
Phone Number___________________________
E-mail Address___________________________
Graduation Year__________________________

SS. Andrew-Thomas School
100 Hwy. 61 N.
Potosi, WI
53820
608 763-2120
ssandrew@pcii.net
Thanks to Karla Tobin Leiser for writing and receiving a grant from Prudential
Investments. Our school received an award for $250.00. Thanks Karla!
After 18 years of volunteer service to our school, Harry Schiffman will not be able to mow
the grounds around the school this summer. If you are able to help with this during the
summer months, please call the school or the rectory. Volunteers must be 16 years
old. Thanks to Harry for all he has done for our school and parish!
Thanks to Milprint Inc. for the grant donation of $400.00 for start-up costs
for a 4K program at our school.
Our seventh and eighth grade students will be performing the Living Stations of the
Cross on Wednesday, April 4 at 6:00 p.m. and on Thursday, April 5 at 10:30
a.m. Both presentations will be at school.
Our fifth and sixth grade students will be going to Camp Gray on April 16, 17, and 18.
The students will spend 3 days focusing on environmental stewardship. The
Diocese of Madison sponsors the Camp.
The third quarter ends on March 30 th . We do have school that day. Third
quarter conferences are scheduled for April 12 th . This is an early dismissal
day (12:05).
Students in kindergarten through grade 4 will travel to the Madison Zoo for their field trip
this year. The date is May 11 th .
We are accepting registrations for the fall of 2007. If you would like
information or would like to visit, please call school.
Thanks to everyone who helped to make the Open House a huge success: the students, the
parents, grandparents, friends, the Education Commission, Janis Roesch, Father Dick, and
the teachers. We appreciate all you do!
Thanks to everyone who supported the Younkers Community Day Sale. And,
thanks to Lori Langkamp for organizing.

POTOSI BREWERY FOUNDATION, INC.
RESTORATION PROJECT
BY: SHARON BIERMAN, SECRETARY
Mission Statement of the Potosi Brewery Foundation, Inc.:
THE PURPOSE of the Potosi Brewery Foundation is to restore a historic
landmark, the Potosi Brewery site, and to reconnect the community to a
part of its heritage;
IT IS A FURTHER PURPOSE to incorporate into the restoration a National
Brewery Museum, a Potosi Brewery Transportation Museum, a restaurant, a
brewpub, and a gift shop as a self-sustaining entity for the community.
IT IS A FURTHER PURPOSE to develop this site as a tourist destination
of historic and educational interest contributing to the viability of
the community;
FINALLY, IT IS A PURPOSE to use the site as an educational center with
emphasis on the Mississippi River and the Great River Road.
The restoration of the historic brewery buildings began when a nonprofit
corporation was formed in the year 2000. It has been seven
years of planning, fundraising, writing grants, changing plans, and
more fundraising, but we are on the home stretch! By September 31,
2007, the Great River Road Interpretive Center, Potosi Brewery
Transportation Museum, and the gift shop will be open. Two phases of
construction remain with the expected completion of the project in the
summer of 2008.
While there is still much to be done, the completion is in site. We
want to say thank you to the generous people of the Potosi-Tennyson
communities for their contributions to help make this dream a reality.
you have stepped up to the plate with support of our banquets
you have baked pies, worked at and attended our brat sales
you have provided baked goods for bake sales
you have purchased memorabilia
you have given us financial support in numerous ways
Without your generosity, this restoration would not have been possible.
The restoration project has been a catalyst for economic development
and business growth. A new business has opened on Potosi’s Main
Street; a bank has been built in Tennyson; lodging units have been
built; Two By Two Animal Campus is in the development stages; main
street businesses are restoring store fronts; a motel complex is being
discussed; and a banquet hall/convention center is slated for a June
2007 opening.
We can be proud of what we have accomplished and looked to the future
with excitement for the possibilites!
Big River Ducks Unlimited Banquet
Friday, March 30 th , 2007
Sunset Hall—Dickeyville, WI
Doors open at 5:30 Dinner at 7:00
$50.00 adults Greenwings $30.00
763-2110 ask for Karl

Potosi School District
School Board Meeting
January 22, 2007
President R. Keene called the meeting to order at 8:03 p.m.
Members present: P. Udelhoven, J. Stohlmeyer, G. Koeller, R.
Keene, D. Zlabek, C. McMahon, and T. Schroeder.
Members absent: no one
Certification of proper meeting notification was verified
by C. McMahon and R. Keene.
The board reviewed the minutes from the December 2006
meetings. Motion by P. Udelhoven, second by J. Stohlmeyer,
to approve the December 18, 2006, regular meeting minutes.
Motion passed.
Motion by C. McMahon, second by P. Udelhoven, to approve
the December 18, 2006, executive session minutes. Motion
passed.
The board reviewed the current expenditures. Motion by C.
McMahon, second by G. Koeller, to approve the expenditures
as presented. Roll call vote: all yes.
The second reading of the following general policy updates
was held:
345.3 Retention of Students
446.2 Rule Detention Policy
Motion by D. Zlabek, second by C. McMahon, to approve the
policy updates as presented. Motion passed.
Mr. Mengel gave an update on the Crisis
Intervention/Safety/Building Security Plan being developed.
Several board members may assist with the final work.
On January 10, 2007, a lockdown was issued and two drug
dogs went through the middle/high school locker areas and
the parking lots. Nothing was found.
Dr. Lozeau gave the board an update on the current
telephone system and what may be needed in the future.

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The first reading of the revised general policy update
#345.11 Cheating, was provided to the board.
Dr. Lozeau provided the board with the updated District
Financial and Operational Disaster Plan.
Motion by C. McMahon, second by G. Koeller, to approve the
plan. Motion passed.
2007-10 budget projections were discussed.
Summer school field trip transportation costs were
discussed. The DPI has advised that students cannot pay
for field trip transportation. Motion by G. Koeller,
second by J. Stohlmeyer, for the district to pay bus cost
for two (2) single day field trips if the bus is two-thirds
(2/3) full. Motion passed.
The board discussed transportation issues for Potosi to
participate in the Durant, Illinois, volleyball tournament.
Motion by D. Zlabek, second by T. Schroeder, to participate
in the tournament and allow parents and coaches to provide
player transportation. Motion carries.
Motion by P. Udelhoven, second by J. Stohlmeyer, to move
into executive session at 9:19 p.m. for the purpose of
discussing personnel matters per state statue 19.85 (1)(c),
to discuss contracts, negotiations, and personnel. Roll
call vote: all yes.
Motion by P. Udelhoven, second by G. Koeller, to move out
of executive session at 10:18 p.m. Motion carries.
Motion by J. Stohlmeyer, second by P. Udelhoven, to adjourn
meeting at 10:18 p.m. Motion carries.
Respectfully submitted: D. Zlabek, Clerk